VW timing belt intervals used to be 6 years / 60,000 miles. However, a service bulletin a couple of years ago reduced the recommended intervals to 4 years / 40,000 miles on all models. Its not clear if this is a 2000cc engine or a 2000 model year car, but although the mileage is low if the vehicle is over 4 years old then a new timing belt is recommended. The water pump and auxilliaries should also be checked and if necessary changed at the same time.

A failed belt or a failure of the water pump impeller which is driven by the timing belt will cause the valves to crash with the piston heads, resulting in very expensive damage.

Unfortunately there is no recomended time or mileage as to when to replace the timing belt this is the same as your Honda. this is an interference engine,meaning the valves and the piston cannot be in the same place at the same time. my advice is not to go longer than 60,000 miles. that is MY opinion. other than that change oil and filter check all belts and hoses. normal service should keep you running over 100,000 miles. hope this helps get back to me if you need more help, Please rate my fix? as i strive to be tthe best Thanks Ray

Yes, it is an interference engine, so if the timing belt fails it blows the engine, but 20K is very early to worry about that. at that mileage, there shouldnt be too much to worry about other then maybe some fluids.

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Every 100,000 miles or so you need to change the timing belt as it is the cornerstone to the engine. If the timing belt fails, and your engine is an interference engine, it can make the valves smash into the pistons which will need a full rebuild ($$$$) or replacement.

Don't scrimp on the timing belt, get one direct from Honda or at the very least a very good blueprint. A few hundred dollars getting a new one and installing it will save thousands in case it breaks.

it should be replaced every 60,000 miles. if it was done 20,000 miles ago then it should NOT need replacing. if it is the same one that came on it in 2000 with 150,000 on it (which i doubt) then replace it immediately. peel back the cover and look at it. if it looks cracked, frayed, etc then replace it. if it looks good then leave it.

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he 20,000 mile service is a minor service.
This service generally involves an oil and filter change , tire rotation and a
safety inspection. While changing the oil, the mechanic will be performing
visual inspections of the brakes, belts and hoses inspecting for any fluid leaks,, listening for
any abnormal noises, and paying attention to any irregularities in the
operation of the vehicle.
If you have your service at the dealership, have them check and perform any
recalls on the vehicle. Possible Repairs Needed at the 20,000 Mile Service
It's not uncommon for your vehicle to need a brake pad replacement at
this mileage, and on some vehicles the tires may need replacement.

Recommendations

We recommend considering replacement of the air filter every year or 12,000 to 15,000 miles.

Why this happens

If oil has contaminated the air filter, it should be replaced. Oil contamination may indicate a problem with the PCV system.

Air filters will need replacement more often in vehicles driven in dusty and sandy areas.

New timing belt and serpentine belt every 50,000 miles. New filter with every oil change. Replace the air filter when it gets so that you can't see diffuse light through it. Watch fluid levels. Have the CV joints and rubber boots checked every 20,000 miles or so. Check with your transmission servicer for fluid and filter changes. Replace platinum spark plugs every 100,000 miles along with new spark plug wiring. Check the codes if the check engine light comes on. Replace the fuel filter ever 20,000 miles--more often if poor fuel quality.

It could be a any or a combination of failing components. If you haven't changed the fule filter recently (say within the past 20,000 miles) I'd change it first. Next. check the fuel pressure at the service port near the injectors to ensure you're getting the right fuel pressure to the injectors.